“I thought you ended things with him before coming here.”
“I did. It’s not my fault he’s having a problem letting things go.”
Drake picked at his pancakes, but didn’t eat anymore. Jinx took small bites of her own food but didn’t taste anything. Her mind was whirling with all kinds of thoughts. How awkward was this? She had hot sex with someone she worked with, someone who would determine whether she passed her assessments.
She was so confused. Jinx had never had sex with anyone that she didn’t have deep feelings for. She wasn’t even sure if Drake felt anything for her, or if she was just another flavor of the month. Sure, she knew they had a strong attraction to one another, but was it enough to start a relationship with? And did she even want a relationship right now? She had decided to break off with Steve so that she could focus on her new career. Now...Jinx didn’t know what to think. However, they did need to talk about what happened between them.
“Drake, about last night.”
He stood up and took his plate to the kitchen. “I’m going to take a shower and dress. Then I’m going in to work.”
“I thought we had today off.”
“There’s paperwork I can do.” That was all he said as he walked to the bedroom, ending any further conversation. Obviously, last night was not up for debate.
Did he expect her to just stay there in his place? Well fuck that! She had her place with Shy to go to and rest. She forced herself to finish eating, then she cleaned the dishes in the sink to give her something to do while waiting for Drake to leave.
Drake was finished with his shower and fully clothed by the time she was done cleaning. He came out and grabbed his keys. He paused at the door, and for a moment it looked like he wanted to say something to her. “Get some rest. You’ll restart your assessment tomorrow.”
Then he was just...gone.
How had things gone so wrong so quickly? Last night was eye opening and unforgettable. She had never felt for any man what she felt for Drake. It wasn’t just the sex, it was the moments in between when he cared for her body, cleaning her and softly caressing her. She had no idea that a man as big and strong as he was could be so gentle. Then this morning he had made a mess trying to fix her breakfast. It was adorable and sweet. But all of it was ruined the moment her phone rang. Damn Steve and his bad timing. Did Jinx need this complication in her life?
*****
Drake couldn’t stay there. He knew if he did she would want to talk about their night together. He was terrified of seeing regret in her eyes. He couldn’t believe that her ex was still calling her. He wanted to kick the guy’s ass. Drake wasn’t usually the jealous type but he found when it came to Jinx, he was a bit possessive.
He climbed into his hover truck and turned it on, but didn’t put it into gear. He just sat there, replaying everything they had done the night before. It had been the best night of his life. Drake never wanted it to end. The sex was out of this world, but she brought out emotions in him that he hadn’t experienced before. Holding her made him want to keep her safe and close always. He never felt those things for a female before. He cared for her. She was so vulnerable, exposed and trusting. She slept in his arms and he never wanted to let her go.
When he messed up breakfast, she didn’t make fun of him, but helped him and worked alongside him to make something better. It was so domestic, something he never thought he would ever want. Then the moment was ruined by that asshole ex of hers.
What was his name? Steve something or other; Vic would know it. He could run a background check on this guy. He tried to convince himself it wasn’t because he was being possessive or jealous. But it bothered him that this guy wasn’t letting Jinx go. Hell, he couldn’t blame the guy for wanting her back. She was an incredible woman. But he wasn’t going to turn a blind eye to the obvious signs that the guy might turn into a stalker. Drake would take whatever measures he needed to ensure Jinx’s safety.
As he parked the hover truck outside of the bounty hunter office, Drake was tempted to call Jinx and apologize for leaving so abruptly. He had been an ass about it. What would he say?Sorry I’m an asshole? Sorry I’m jealous of your ex and want to rip his head off?Yeah, none of his options were good ones.
As soon as he walked inside, he caught Vic’s attention. Drake headed to his own desk and sat down. A few minutes later, Vic was looming over him.
“What in the hell are you doing here?”
“I thought I would get some paperwork done.”
“Did the doctor clear you?”
“I don’t need the doctor’s permission to fill out forms and make phone calls.”
“Where’s Jinx?”
“She’s still at my apartment, resting.”
Vic sniffed the air around him, then growled out. “My office, now!”
Oh hell, this was going to be bad.
